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MODEST

/ˈmɑdəst/

6 letters · 2 syllables · adjective

M 3/4
O 1/1
D 2/2
E 1/1
S 1/1
T 1/1

Definition of MODEST

adjective

Not bragging or boasting about oneself or one's achievements; unpretentious, humble.

adjective

Small, moderate in size.

"He earns a modest amount of money."

adjective

Pure and delicate from a sense of propriety.

"modest thoughts or language"

Antonyms of MODEST

Words with opposite meaning

Examples of MODEST in a Sentence

  • "He earns a modest amount of money."
  • "modest thoughts or language"

Word Details

Letters
6
Syllables
2
Scrabble
9
points
WWF
10
points

Is MODEST a Scrabble Word?

Yes, MODEST is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 9 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 9 pts Words With Friends — 10 pts

Tip: MODEST uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for MODEST

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter modest Total
Scrabble 312111 9
WWF 412111 10

Words You Can Make With the Letters in MODEST

93 words from the letters in MODEST

How to Use MODEST in Word Games

MODEST is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, MODEST is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble MODEST to find 93 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About MODEST

What does MODEST mean?
MODEST is a adjective. Not bragging or boasting about oneself or one's achievements; unpretentious, humble.
Is MODEST a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, MODEST is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 9 points in Scrabble.
How many points is MODEST worth in Scrabble?
MODEST is worth 9 points in Scrabble and 10 points in Words With Friends. It is a 6-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from MODEST?
You can make 93 words from the letters in MODEST. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.